Bethlehem University proudly participated in the Second University Theatre Festival, organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in partnership with Al-Kasaba Theatre. The festival, held on Wednesday, 3 September 2025, brought together students from seven Palestinian universities on the stage of Al-Kasaba Theatre in Ramallah.
During the festival, Bethlehem University presented a remarkable performance of the play “The Forbidden Tree”, written, directed, and coached by Mr. Firas Abu Sabbah. The production received high praise from both the audience and the judging panel, earning Bethlehem University second place overall, in addition to winning the Best Theatrical Script Award.
The Deanship of Students emphasized that the University’s participation in this festival reflects its commitment to fostering artistic and theatrical creativity among its students, as well as nurturing their talents as part of the broader Palestinian cultural movement. The Deanship also commended the dedication of the student theatre team, who worked diligently over the past months to prepare and deliver this outstanding performance.